Scope and Content: This collection contains letters home written by Pvt.
Phineas H. Skellenger during the American Civil War, letters from Skellenger’s
unit (15th N.M. Vol. Inf.) to newspapers, and published letters
written by members of this unit.
(1 box) Last updated 08/04.

Biographical/Historical: Phineas Skellenger fought during the Civil War
in the 15th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry, Company F, 1st
N.J. Brigade, 1st Division, 6th Corps. It is believed that
he died on June 27, 1864. Sgt. William MacKenzie Thompson served in Co. G of the
15th. Sgt. Paul Kuhl served in Co. A of the same regiment. Other
authors of letters included are L. A. Voorhees and Jack MacKenzie.